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DESCRIPTION: The Vector Control Director leads the development and implementation of mosquito control efforts within the Williston Vector Control District.
QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in entomology, biology, public health, or a related field; four (4) or more years of experience related to vector-borne disease prevention and control; two (2) or more years of supervisory or leadership experience OR Master’s degree in entomology, biology, public health, or a related field; six (6) or more years of experience related to vector-borne disease prevention and control; three (3) or more years of supervisory or leadership experience OR Bachelor’s degree in entomology, biology, public health, or a related field; eight (8) or more years of experience related to vector-borne disease prevention and control; four (4) or more years of supervisory or leadership experience
HOW TO APPLY: Apply online using the link below.
DESCRIPTION: Under the supervision of the Mosquito and Vector Control (MVC) Division Director, the Associate Director will provide oversight of the division’s operations including budgeting, fiscal oversight and workforce management. The incumbent will be responsible for the day-to-day management of division activities including mosquito-borne disease surveillance, control efforts, education and outreach, and insecticide resistance management to ensure that the division delivers services equitably and achieves its mission of protecting residents from vector borne diseases through the use of Integrated Vector Management. The Associate Director will also serve in the Directors place when the Director is unavailable.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Public Administration, Entomology, Public Health, Healthcare Administration or other related field. Preferred: Master’s degree in Entomology, Public Health, Ecology, Business/Public Administration, or other related field preferred. At least eight (8) years of job-related experience in Mosquito Vector Control or other related field. At least five (5) years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
HOW TO APPLY: See detailed application instructions in the link below.
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QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree and six (6) years of experience in communications and project administration; a Master’s degree may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience. Excellent organizational skills and acute attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to effectively address complex issues. Excellent ability to demonstrate fairness and diplomacy. Superb problem-solving abilities. Excellent writing and editing skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop and maintain productive relationships. Ability to coordinate and work well with a variety of constituents. Ability to ensure compliance with rules, policies, and procedures governing assigned activities. Excellent computer skills including MS Office and the ability to quickly learn grant related systems. Proficiency with online application protocols required by funding agencies.
HOW TO APPLY: To receive fullest consideration, applications must be received by October 12, 2025 position open until filled. Along with the application, please submit a resume, cover letter, and a Contributions to Inclusive Excellence Statement. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis until the position is filled. Early submissions are encouraged.
DESCRIPTION: This postdoctoral position will work as part of a multi-institutional and cross-disciplinary research team. The research program will work closely with the Johns Hopkins Malaria Research Institute and the NIH-funded BSPH International Centers of Excellence for Malaria Research project. Projects within these extended portfolios investigate virtually all aspects of malaria biology, vector biology, transmission and treatment, creating a rich scientific environment.
QUALIFICATIONS: The postdoctoral fellow will be responsible for assisting in the design and implementation of a longitudinal field site for both detailed study of anopheline mosquitoes and evaluation of novel approaches to vector control. A thorough understanding of mosquito biology and behavior, and field experience is required. Experience in epidemiology and/or public health would be a tremendous asset. Due to the focus on fieldbased studies, successful applicants will be expected to spend approximately 30% of their time at the field site in Zambia.
HOW TO APPLY: The position is available immediately for one year (with the possibility of renewal contingent on satisfactory performance). We are looking to fill these positions as soon as possible and positions will remain open until filled. Salary is based on the NIH postdoc salary scale. Applicants should submit a CV, statement of research interests, writing/publication sample and contact information of three references.
The Cornell Department of Entomology has partnered with eCornell to provide a 4-week online training program on the biology of arthropods — both insects and related forms — that impact human health. You will explore the fascinating biology, behaviors, and disease-transmission processes of a range of organisms, with special emphasis on the most important groups, including ticks and mosquitoes. You will also learn about specific diseases associated with these vectors that can be passed on to humans. The course is appropriate for those working in healthcare and vector-borne disease control, those who train and supervise outdoor workers, and will also be useful for students of vector biology who may not have access to other courses on this topic. $399 total cost. Enrollment discounts may be available. This course has been approved for 28 contact hours of continuing education with the National Environmental Health Association.
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The Cornell Department of Entomology has partnered with eCornell to provide a 4-week online training program to help you understand the tools, methodology, and best practices for the surveillance of arthropod vectors, including ticks and mosquitoes. You will gain the knowledge and resources necessary to design an effective vector surveillance program in your local jurisdiction. The course is intended to train and create a network of public health practitioners, from a variety of backgrounds, in entomology and in the approaches, techniques, and skills required for effective surveillance programs. $399 total cost. Enrollment discounts may be available. This course has been approved for 28 contact hours of continuing education with the National Environmental Health Association.
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The e-modules cover basic mosquito biology, surveillance and control with an emphasis on Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus
To help train the nation’s vector control work force on the principles of Integrated Mosquito Management and how to execute data-driven mosquito control, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) funded the AMCA to create a virtual training program. This program consists of 13 modules created and instructed by 24 different experts located throughout the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Australia. Each module contains a reading from the AMCA’s Best Practices for Integrated Mosquito Management manual, a focused video on the topic between 13-33 minutes long, and a 10-question quiz covering both the reading and lecture. After completing the training program, a student may choose to take a 100-question, comprehensive exam to earn a certificate recognizing their accomplishment.
The Midwest Center of Excellence in Vector-Borne Diseases (MCE-VBD) is offering a certificate in Public Health Entomology to recognize and provide basic skills related to the surveillance and management of mosquito- and tick-borne diseases. The certification process is open to anyone affiliated with MCE-VBD partner organizations with interest in developing skills in vector-borne disease surveillance and control.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provide web-based continuing medical educational (CME) resources for health care providers on Lyme disease diagnosis and treatment, as well as other tickborne diseases.
Lyme Disease CME Tickborne Disease Videos Rocky Mountain spotted fever Toolkit Diagnosis and Treatment of Ehrlichiosis and Anaplasmosis Viral Tickborne Disease Training Diagnosis & Management of WNV
The Entomological Society of America Certification Corporation offers two certification programs for professionals who work with insects:
Graduate Students and Postdocs in Entomology: Are you looking for tools and training to make yourself stand out as you look for the next step in your career? ESA’s new Professional Advancement Career Training (PACT) Initiative will help you develop the leadership capacity and “soft skills” sought after in today’s highly collaborative work environments—both within and beyond academia.
The EPA Center for Integrated Pest Management hosts a yearly webinar series featuring experts from across the country relaying educational and practical strategies for establishing and improving integrated pest management programs in your facilities and environments.
Upcoming Webinars Previous Webinars
TDR has supported the development of a Global Atlas of Medical Entomology Schooling (GAMES), which lists a total of 126 medical entomology courses offered both on-campus and through distance learning in 32 countries across all WHO regions, covering seven languages. For each course, session dates, course outline, fees, language of instruction and responsible managers are listed.
Follow the link below to gain access to the directory. Please register on Global Vector Hub.
The Southeastern Center of Excellence in Vector Borne Diseases, along with partners in the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, is pleased to announce a new online course in mosquito training for pest managers. Participants who complete the 11 modules in the course will learn to identify and understand the mosquitoes of major importance in the urban environment, their life cycles, the general methods of control, personal protective equipment required for safe insecticide application, and the laws and regulations governing mosquito control for the urban pest management industry.
The National Association of County and City Health Officials and its vector control workgroup members identified the need for a focused, practical guide to help local health departments build new local mosquito control programs or enhance existing capabilities in the core competencies.
The National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) produces open-access webinars to improve the capacity of environmental health to identify and understand emerging vectors found in the United States. The NEHA Vector & Pests Webinars page provides up-to-date information on vector control topics and resources used to protect the public of the transmission of vector-borne diseases.
The Southeastern Center of Excellence in Vector Borne Diseases has developed an online tick training course, now available! This course is an introduction to ticks, tick-borne diseases, and tick control for employees in the urban pest management industry, public health entomologists, and anyone interested in learning more about ticks. This self-paced course is eligibile for 2 FDACS CEUs.
Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Pesticide Safety Education Program (CCE-PSEP), is a federally-mandated program that has been a nationally-recognized leader in pesticide safety education for over 40 years. Their mission is to promote the safe use of pesticides to help reduce risks to applicators, consumers, and the environment. PSEP provides pesticide certification and training throughout New York state and serves as an unbiased source of pesticide information for applicators, researchers and the general public.These courses often carry continuing education credits accepted by New York, Vermont, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and West Virginia. Available courses include toxicity of pesticides, insect biocontrol, integrated tick management, introduction to developing IPM strategies, and more.
A no-cost 11-course learning series developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and partners. Program emphasized the use of integrated pest management (IPM) to address public health pests and vectors that spread disease.
American Mosquito Control Association
American Public Health Association
American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene
Entomological Society of America
Mosquito and Vector Control Association of California
National Association of County and City Health Officials
New Jersey Mosquito Control Association
Regional Centers of Excellence in Vector-Borne Diseases
Society for Vector Ecology
Texas A&M University Entomology Job Board
